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Airbnb’s Adapted category lets you search for homes with wheelchair ramps and more. airbnb One of the most frequent questions I get from readers and colleagues is about companies that they think are doing a good job when it comes to accessibility. The usual answers apply: Apple, Google, Microsoft. These are examples of companies that have the resources (and deep pockets to match) to regularly invest in building the best accessibility software. Another example is Airbnb. Airbnb’s efforts in this area have largely remained under the radar. Outside of apps and websites, accessibility isn’t traditionally associated with hospitality companies. In…
Traveling can be fun, rewarding, and even life-changing, but it can also be extremely stressful for many people. Traveling during busy seasons, such as around the summer or winter holidays, can add even more pressure. If you’re traveling this holiday season, there are some tips to keep in mind to make your trip as smooth as possible. TURIN, ITALY – DECEMBER 13: A detailed view of the Christmas tree outside the Victoria’s Secret store. [+] American lingerie chain during the holiday shopping season in Turin, Italy, December 13, 2023. (Photo by Stefano Guidi/Getty Images)Getty Images List of tips for flying…
If you’re planning to travel during the holidays, some questions may come to your mind: When is the best time to buy cheap airfare? Are there any gifts that won’t get through the TSA? What should you do if your flight is delayed or canceled?There are plenty of steps travelers can take to improve their travel experience and ensure travel goes as smoothly as possible this holiday season (at least in terms of what’s within their control).Here, on issues of wallet, time and anxiety, NBC senior consumer and investigative reporter Vicki Nguyen offers some ways to make your travels better.Apps…
The incident in which Ankaraguç president Faruk Koca punched referee Halil Umut Merer after a Turkish Super League match on Monday is a stark illustration of Turkey’s culture of impunity and highlights wider issues within and beyond the world of sport. Koca, a founder and former lawmaker of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), was arrested on Tuesday along with two others in connection to the incident, for bruising an associate. He has also been expelled from the party. The incident, which the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) described as a “despicable attack” on Merer and the entire Turkish football…
If you’re planning on traveling over the holidays, some questions may come to your mind: When is the best time to get a good deal on airfare? Are there any gifts that can’t be brought through the TSA? What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled?There are many steps travelers can take this holiday season to enhance their travel experience and make their trip go as smoothly as possible (at least when it comes to things they can control).Here are some ways to make your travels better when it comes to wallet, time, and anxiety issues, from NBC…
If you are preparing for your next vacation and don’t want to spend too much, you may want to consider countries that are close to India or where the Indian Rupee has a higher value compared to the local currency of your destination. Forbes Advisor India has compiled a list of the 10 countries with the cheapest round-trip travel, food and accommodation costs. Thailand Round trip fare: New Delhi to Bangkok: 24k to 26k Mumbai to Bangkok: 23.5k Kolkata to Bangkok: 30k to 54k Chennai to Bangkok: 25k to 33k Accommodation cost (per day for budget hotels): From INR 3,000…
More than three out of four residents of the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Finland, France and Austria participated in tourism Tourism participation: 62 % of EU residents made at least one personal trip in 2022It is estimated that 62 % of the EU population aged 15 or over took part in tourism for personal purposes in 2022, in other words they made at least one tourism trip for personal purposes during the year (such as holidays, leisure, visiting friends and relatives). However, large differences can be observed between the EU Member States, as this participation rate ranged from 27.8 % in Bulgaria to 83.7 % in…
For most countries, a 10% drop in the value of their dollar-denominated currency in just over five months would be alarming. But for Turkey, it’s a respite. After years of reckless lending and spending, the country’s new economic team, appointed after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s election victory in May, is trying to get it back on track. The central bank, which previously stoked inflation with low interest rates, has raised interest rates by a whopping 31.5 percentage points since June. As a result, economic growth has slumped but the inflation outlook has improved. Prices rose 62% year-on-year in November, but…
With the holidays approaching, Mandy Lattimore shares tips for road and air travel The annual summer vacation season is fast approaching, and as you prepare to make the big move to various holiday destinations or simply travel back home to visit family, you need to consider various important factors to ensure a smooth journey. If you’re traveling domestically, make sure your driver’s license is valid. If you’re traveling internationally, make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from your return date. All visas and permits must be in order. Travel insurance is highly recommended and there are…
With 28 vibrant states and 8 union territories, India has a lot to offer travellers looking for a mini getaway. Here is a list of the best places to go if you want to get adventurous while enjoying the last of the rains and the onset of winter in popular tourist destinations. Spiti Valley (Ladakh) how to access By Air: Fly from your destination to Kulu airport and the rest of the journey will be by road. By Rail: Take a train from your destination to Shimla and travel the rest by road. Road: Travelling by car or motorbike from…